The Blacksmiths Cottage Isle of Man.

02/11/2024

Are you a Hot Chocolate, curled up on the couch with a good book in front of a quietly chugging log burner type of person? Or are you a long walk on a Winter storm lashed beach, windy, wet and wild walks in big coats, bigger scarves, hats, gloves and wellies type of girl? Or are you just a guy who loves a low season bargain and the peace and quiet that's part of an out of season getaway? We're taking bookings now for late 2025 Winter getaways. Just drop us a pm or email and we'll get you sorted. Happy to help.

27/10/2024

Too early to think about Summer 25? We don't think so, if you don't mind the crowds we've got some lovely beaches right on our doorstep (well, within a couple of miles). We're taking bookings now and open from April 2025. Drop us a pm or an email to secure your booking and we'll throw in directions to our favourite local beaches. All approved by Pepper and Fidget. You're welcome.

24/10/2024

How perfect is this? Blue Point Beach tonight, possibly the closest beach to The Blacksmiths Cottage at about 2 miles. Don't forget we're open and taking bookings from April 2025, we welcome well behaved dogs by prior arrangement.

23/10/2024

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DfE announces 12-day combined schedule for 2025 event

18/10/2024

Hi guys, just a heads up to anyone thinking of coming over for the 70th Anniversary of the Southern 100 Road Races, we currently still have availability for these dates. Don't dally now.

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Southern 100 Racing, promoters of the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company Southern 100 Road Races are proposing to amend the Practice and Race Schedule for the 2025 Road Races, which will be held Monday to Thursday 7th – 10thJuly. Subject to the Road Closing Orders being approved it is anticipated [....

14/10/2024

Come soak up some magic.

The Blacksmiths Cottage Isle of Man.

Open for bookings from April 2025.

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Extraordinary nature, rich heritage, vibrant culture and adventure awaits you in the Isle of Man.

02/10/2024

Hi everyone, sorry for the long layoff but we're now pleased to announce that The Blacksmiths Cottage will be taking bookings for dates from April 2025.

01/05/2023

We are currently "fully booked" until summer 2025 we appreciate your custom we will update the page in due course 😀 xx

07/06/2021

Mad Sunday TT21 showing a distinct lack of madness. Hope to see you all in TT22. Stay safe now.

03/03/2021

Here's hoping!

Revamped schedule proposed for next year

01/11/2020

Waiting for the day the Island reopens its boarders to visitors.

Has the Island stolen your heart?

We’re missing our visitors and would love you to share your Isle of Man love story with us below 💌

28/08/2020

This weekend, the Isle of Man will celebrate a Supermanx Bank Holiday.

From music festivals to town fairs, cycling challenges to motorcycle shows, we want to bring our communities together to say a Super Manx Thank You to everyone that helped with the Island’s response during an uncertain and unprecedented time.

To our visitors who are unable to visit due to current travel restrictions, we thank you for your patience and can assure you that there will be time enough to create the next chapter of your again in the future. For now, stay safe and stay extraordinary ❤️🇮🇲

📸 Tina Worthington

25/08/2020

About 10 miles from The Blacksmiths Cottage, Isle of Man. For all you people into your ancient history.

Cashtal yn Ard - Bit of History today in 360 format...

One of the largest and best preserved neolithic cairns in Britain

This is a magnificent setting on the top of a hill surrounded by open countryside, just north of Glen Mona. On clear days, it has wonderful views across to the Lake District

The site dates from about 1800BC and was originally covered with earth. It is one of the largest and best preserved Neolithic Horned Barrow in Britain and definitely worth visiting.

There was a semi circular portal at the west end, with eight large stones. The two largest stones at the centre form an arch which gave entry into the five chambers beyond.

Beyond these was a burnt area where bodies may have been cremated before the ash was collected into pottery urns for burial. Round the edge are the outer kerb stones.

The site is signed off an unclassified road between Glen Mona and Cornaa, at a bend opposite a small house. The grid reference is SC 463892. There is a limited amount of parking here. A narrow and overgrown pathway leads up between hedgerows, leads to a track by a ruined tholtan. Ignore the gate and horse trough on the left and continue along the track keeping the field boundary to your left to the top of the field. A gate and stile lead to the cairn.

If the gate to the right is open, go through that and head up the side of the field to a ruined tholtan at the top of the field and then follow the instructions.

30/07/2020

Awesome.

29/07/2020

Constructed by the Vikings in the 11th century,the impressive fortress- Peel Castle- dominating the Isle was once a royal residence, centre of government and military stronghold.

While no longer used, the red sandstone walls of the castle remain intact and provide an intriguing walk through history as you walk through the ruins of the Castle's Cathedral and Round Tower. A must to bookmark for the next chapter of your .

📍 Peel Castle
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21/07/2020

Cracking the flags! Proper sun trap at The Blacksmiths Cottage Isle of Man. Hot sun, cold beer, lovely view. What more do you need? Drop us a PM to book your Manx staycation and take advantage of our special offers. You're welcome.

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20/07/2020

Interesting stuff if you're into Manx History.

11/07/2020

If you're interested in history the Island is full of it. Come check us out when our boarders reopen.

🇮🇲 Viking Island 🇮🇲

Illustrated by Alice's Illustrations, this extraordinary map highlights some of the main attractions and landmarks on the Isle of Man with Norse connections from the 400 years the Norse ruled the Island- namely Tynwald Hill, battle sites, boat burials and the Norse / Manx crosses. The Manx crosses are the earliest recording of the Norse legends (in pictures, years before they were written down).

The boat is the Odins Raven longboat that sailed from Norway to the Isle of Man in the summer of 1979, with many adventures on the way via the Scottish Islands.

To learn more about the 'Viking Voyage of Odin's Raven', check out Culture Vannin's page or website at: https://www.culturevannin.im/watchlisten/audioarchive/the-viking-voyage-of-odins-raven/?fbclid=IwAR1G80x5d6CEDbUSn5I5tutNc7ZaV_DywJeV2rRpdOwsimcYlzZQ81sW1b4